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Is it true that mouthwash can cause erectile dysfunction by killing the good microbes in the mouth? ive been using mouthwash twice a day for 6 years now, so i was wondering. thank you in advance?
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I've never heard of mouthwash causing ED. Mouthwash may kill off some microbes but there's plenty left over to repopulate. If you have ED, it's probably caused by something else other than mouthwash.
Answered 4/7/2021
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Not that I know of. Brushing 2 full minutes 2x/day will remove about 65% of harmful bacteria. Flossing about 34%. Mouth wash about 1%. ED is not caused by using mouthwash. You might want to consult with a specialist Urologist.
Answered 4/7/2021
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